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Joanne Garrett
December 9, 2023
Sending thoughts and prayers to a wonderful family in the anniversary of a passing of a great friend
Bill & Joyce Aukamp
December 31, 2020
Joyce and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Kerry. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to you and your family. Kerry and I have know each other since kids having lived on Gordon St for years. I later connected with him at Green Valley CC on the board of directors. Then later at Wilson swim meets as an official. He was a good person and will be missed by many. Peace be with you.
December 22, 2020
Mr. Hoffman was my principal and my mom’s teacher at Mt Penn. I remember he wore cologne and you always knew he was around because of it. It’s comforting to think of now. I hope his life was blessed and his family knows how much he was loved.
ursulla rothermel
December 20, 2020
dear Jill and family. i am so very sorry for loss. There no words to make the pain go away but know there are many people who knew and loved Kerry that send you their love and prayers. Be safe and God Bless. i always thought that Kerry was so very handsome and that you were the lucky girl to win his heart .Ursulla Rothermel .
Heidi Arndt
December 19, 2020
Way back when I was 16, Kerry was my swim coach. Later he officiated at our daughter's swim meets. He was a pleasure to know, he took time to say hello, a smile and maybe a laugh. Jill, we send you and your daughters our prayers for peace. The world lost a good man, but he is celebrating in heaven this Christmas.
Justina Bryan
December 19, 2020
Mr.Hoffman was a great Principle and I’ll always remember how great he was to me in my childhood. May your soul easy and my prayers and condolences to his Family .
Kathay Young
December 17, 2020
Dear Jill,
I was saddened to learn of Kerry's passing.
Know that my thoughts are with you through
this difficult time.
Anne Nuding Reef
December 17, 2020
We lost a great man, especially Antietam.He was my teacher and what a great and fair teacher he was, everyone he taught was treated the same from the brightest student to the average,he made a comment one day in class,we don't move on until I know everyone understands.You could tell he loved being a teacher.I will miss you Mr Hoffman. Annie Nuding Reed
Glenn & Jeanette Potteiger
December 17, 2020
Jill and Family, So sorry to hear of Kerry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Our hope is he is now at a better place.
Emmy Lou Bryan
December 17, 2020
Thoughts and Many Many Prayer to Mr.Hoffmans Family and Friends. He was my 6th Grade Treacher . I acquired my first Guinea pig from him. He was a very good Teacher. I ran into him years later as my Daughter's Principal was HAPPY to reconnect. He still even new my name. May God be with use TODAY, TOMORROW AND TIME TO COME. FLY HIGH MR.HOFFMAN YOU'VE GAINED YOUR WINGS. SAY HELLO TO MR.ACHER AND HE REST PLEASE THANK YOU. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
Diane (Pletz) Kearns
December 16, 2020
Dear Jill and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Kerry’s passing. I have so many fond memories of this wonderful man when he was the swim coach at Wodenshire. He touched so many in a positive way. May you be comforted in this incredibly difficult time by the thoughts and prays of all that were fortunate enough to have known Kerry.
Diane (Pletz) Kearns
Terry Flannery
December 16, 2020
Dear Jill and family,
I am honored to have known such a great man. Kerry was intelligent, funny and kind. As a neighbor of 14 years, I can honestly say that our almost daily greetings left me with a smile, a laugh or a bit of knowledge. My deepest condolences are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Terry Flannery
Bonnie Benfer
December 16, 2020
Dear Jill and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a wonderful man. The two of you shared a wonderful, love-filled, life together - a bond that can never be broken! Kerry was a kind and witty man, and he used his many gifts to form lasting relationships with his students, staff, and colleagues. He was the best of the best! Take heart in knowing that his legacy lives on. You, his daughters, and grandchildren were the wind beneath his wings! Prayers of comfort are being sent your way.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Benfer
Harry Lintz and Susie Lintz
December 16, 2020
Always had a great time with Kerry at Wwillodenschiere Pool will be missed
Martha & Chuck Krohn
December 16, 2020
What a wonderful man and an outstanding educator. We felt our grandchildren had wonderful grade school experiences as he made EVERY child feel special.
Edye Sell
December 16, 2020
Mr. Hoffman was one of my favorite teachers in 6th grade at Pennside elementary. I might have even been in one of his first classes. My deepest condolences on the family's loss of a kind and fun man.
Jim Lehr
December 16, 2020
December 16, 2020
Jill and family, so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. May God bless and comfort you through this most difficult time. Kerry was bigger than life and impacted many during his lifetime. He was my best friend and leaves behind wonderful memories of a caring man with a great sense of humor.
Love and Sympathy,
Jim Lehr
Grateful Friend
Rosemarie Hantwerker
December 16, 2020
He was an amazing man to work for. He loved all the kids at school and was soooo wonderful with them. He was a great boss and you would always see him with his cup of coffee!!! He will be missed by sooooo many and he touched the lives of many more.
Dean Germann
December 16, 2020
Such an amazing man. Taught me in the 80’s and my children had the privilege of being their principal. Loved the banter between him and Mrs. Sock and Mr. Langle. RIP Mr. Hoffman
Mark Goldberg
December 15, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Never will forget the many years we worked together at club Wod. Many good times we had. He was the best. Again my condolences to you and your family.
NANCY JAMES
December 15, 2020
Jill,
Sorry to hear of your loss. He is finally at peace and at rest in the presence of his Lord. That is our ultimate goal after all.
Prayers and Blessings,
Nancy
Leah “Sugarman” Smith-Kates
December 15, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss! Mr Hoffman was one of my favorite teachers and I would often see him during the summer, judging my diving meets. May his memory be a blessing.
Bob and Joanne garrett
December 15, 2020
Extending our sympathy and support to Jill and family in the loss of this great person. From your past neighbors, Bob and Joanne Garrett.
Robert Heebner
December 15, 2020
Kerry, my teammate, I will really miss you.
Tracy Adams
December 15, 2020
Jill and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Kerry. This disease is terrible. It was partly to blame for the loss of my father. I understand the suffering all of you went thru. Please know you are in my prayers. Kerry was a mentor of mine when younger, I will never forget the lessons learned both Iin and out of the pool. God bless all of you.
Tracy Adams
Marty and Dennis Eubanks
December 15, 2020
Jill and family, we are so sorry for your loss and pray God will comfort you during this time. Kerry will be fondly remembered for being a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. He surely will be missed.
Love and Sympathy, Marty and Dennis Eubanks
Brenda Fick
December 15, 2020
Mr Hoffman was my principal when i was in pre k- 4. He was an amazing man and will trully be missed. He made a huge impack on my life. I will never forget him. I wish that my daughter would have been able to meet him. Rest In Piece Mr. Hoffman.
Ed Beidler
December 15, 2020
Swam with Kerry at RHS and BSC. Great guy as a young man, and a
true Leader as an adult. Genuine and as honest as a person could
be ! I am sure his impact on his students and his staff is indelible.
God bless all that he touched. He is unforgettable if you made his
acquaintance. He will be missed.
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